The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga

228 Pages, Published In 2013

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A Japanese analysis of the theories from Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler, through a dialogue between an unhappy young man and a wise philosopher over 5 nights. Key ideas: 1. The past doesn’t dictate the future. 2. Take responsibility for your life tasks. Let go of the need for external validation. 3. All problems are interpersonal relationships. Build horizontal relationships. 4. Contribute actively to your community to gain a sense of belonging. 5. Live earnestly in the present moment.